A 45-year-old female has just undergone a radical hysterectomy for invasive cervical cancer
Prior to the surgery the physician explained to the patient that after the surgery a source of radiation would be placed near the tumor site to aid in reducing recurrence. What is the placement of the source of radiation called?
A) Internal beam radiation
B) Trachelectomy
C) Brachytherapy
D) External radiation
Ans: C
Feedback: Radiation, which is often part of treatment to reduce recurrent disease, may be delivered by an external beam or by brachytherapy (method by which the radiation source is placed near the tumor) or both.
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A) "I am not sure why this is happening but I believe God has a plan for me." B) "I wish I did not have cancer but I believe that it is happening for a reason." C) "I wonder if my children will visit today. They won't even go to church with me anymore and they are having a difficult time dealing with my diagnosis." D) "People tell me things happen for a reason, but why is God doing this to me?"
An umbilical assessment in the newborn that is of concern is:
a. a thick cord. b. umbilical hernia. c. one umbilical artery and two veins. d. pulsations superior to the umbilicus.
The nurse desires to provide care according to the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. Which of the following is the primary ethical responsibility of the nurse when providing client care?
1. To do no harm 2. To do good 3. Protect the clients' right to make their own decisions 4. To tell the truth
The patient has been prescribed oxymetazoline (Afrin). What medication information should the nurse provide?
1. "Be certain to wash your hands after using this spray." 2. "Do not swallow any medication that drips into your mouth." 3. "It may take several days before this medication is effective." 4. "Do not drink grapefruit juice while taking this medication." 5. "Take this medication exactly as directed as there is no antidote if you overdose."